Beautifully Updated Gem with Over $200,000 in Upgrades, Including PAID SOLAR! This charming and private residence is nestled on a manicured corner lot in one of the area’s most desirable neighborhoods! From the moment you step inside, you're welcomed by an abundance of natural light that highlights the custom, thoughtful finishes throughout. The open-concept layout seamlessly blends comfortable living with timeless style, featuring modern updates that enhance the home’s character. Significant improvements, totaling over $200,000 have been made to both the main home and the permitted, detached 1-bedroom/1-bathroom ADU (with its own address) within the past two years. The ADU offers exceptional flexibility for guests, rental income, or a private workspace. Outdoor living is just as impressive, with lush landscaping and inviting spaces to relax or entertain. This move-in-ready property offers the perfect blend of functionality, beauty, and opportunity in one exceptional package.
Sold for $1,265,000 on 08/18/25
$1,265,000
5493 Gala Ave, San Diego, CA 92120
4beds
1,742sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
-- sqft lot
$1,169,900 Zestimate®
$726/sqft
$4,826 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 13 hours ago
Listed by:
Ronda Hopper DRE #01358231 Office:619-469-0700,
Keller Williams Realty
Bought with:
Kimberly Schmidt, DRE #01781140
Compass
Source: SDMLS,MLS#: 250026230
Originating MLS: San Diego Association of REALTOR

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air Unit
Cooling
- Central Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Solar Panels, Washer
- Laundry: Gas & Electric Dryer HU
Features
- Bathtub, Ceiling Fan, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Shower in Tub
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,742
- Total interior livable area: 1,742 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Converted
Features
- Levels: 1 Story
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Pool features: N/K
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Details
- Parcel number: 6720700600
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood/Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Turnkey
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Sewer Connected
- Water: Meter on Property
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: N/K
Location
- Region: San Diego
- Subdivision: Allied Gardens
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: N/K
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA
Services availability
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Estimated market value
$1,169,900